Dear Michlib- We are downsizing our reference collection in advance of a major renovation. We have a large trove of reference items that we are offering to interested libraries free of charge. The vast majority of these items are reference books in very good condition, with subjects spanning the entire Dewey range. Due to the large number of items we are withdrawing we do not have a list to peruse; instead, interested libraries are welcome to come to Baldwin on the following dates/times, browse the shelves, and take any/all of the designated items. Monday, October 10: 9:30am - 8:00pm Tuesday, October 11: 9:30am - 8:00pm Wednesday, October 12: 9:30am - 8:00pm When you arrive to take look at the reference materials, please check in at the reference desk and the librarians there will direct you to the shelving ranges with the free items. In addition to the reference books, we are offering up our collection of the New York Times on microfilm, as well as the cabinets they are stored in. (You must take the microfilm to take the cabinets.) Our NYT microfilm collection spans: 1852 - 1864 1920 - 2009 Finally, we are also offering a used atlas stand, of which there are photos attached. The drawers slide out and are in good working condition. All items are free, for local pickup only, and must be picked up by Wednesday, October 12. Please reply off list with any questions. Maria Williams, MLIS Head of Adult Services Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 554-4651 http://www.baldwinlib.org
